Passport information and updates

When applying for an Australian visa, it is advisable to include details and a scan of your expired passport. This document can serve as evidence of your previous travels and visa history, providing a more complete picture to the immigration officer and reinforcing your application.

When completing the Australian visa application, if asked about other identity documents, it is recommended to answer 'yes' if you possess documents like a driver's license. Provide a scan of your driver's license as it can serve as additional identification. While not a primary ID, it can be presented as evidence of assets in your home country. Ensure all provided information is accurate and supported by documentation.

For an Australian visa application, a Russian internal passport is not a mandatory document. However, if you choose to include it, ensure that all relevant pages (main spread, registration page, and issued passport details) are translated into English.

For Australian visa applications, uploading a Russian internal passport is generally not required. If you choose to upload it, ensure it is translated into English.

If passport details change after submitting an Australian visa application and paying the fee, it is necessary to update the information in the ImmiAccount. A new biometric instruction letter may not be automatically generated. It is advisable to contact the Department of Home Affairs or the relevant support center for guidance. Options may include attending the biometric appointment with both old and new passports, or potentially withdrawing the application and reapplying, though refund policies for fees should be confirmed. Updating personal details in the ImmiAccount is critical for the application to proceed correctly.

For travelers entering New Zealand, an approved NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority) is required. It is essential to have all relevant documents, such as booking confirmations and visa approvals, readily available for inspection during boarding or upon arrival.

If a passport is renewed after visa submission, the VEVO status may still show the old passport. To update: contact the Department of Home Affairs via email or phone, stating the urgency. Updates generally take 24-48 hours. The visa grant number remains the same; the system verifies entry via the new passport details.

When applying for an Australian visa and traveling with a partner who is a German citizen (eligible for ETA, which costs 20 AUD and is processed quickly, unlike the free eVisitor), it is advisable to attach a copy of the German passport to the visa application and include it in the cover letter as additional proof of joint travel. For uploading passport documents: in the 'Travel documents' section, generally only the front page of the primary passport is required; empty pages are not needed. If an applicant has a second valid passport, some recommend uploading it with other old passports/visas, while others consider it unnecessary for the main 'Travel documents' category.

If a German citizen is accompanying a Russian applicant on an Australian visa but is not applying for a visa themselves (assuming they have visa-free entry or a different visa), providing a copy of their German passport might be considered supplementary information. Mentioning their accompanying status in the cover letter is good practice. It is generally not mandatory to attach the passport of a visa-exempt accompanying traveler unless specifically requested.

When entering a Russian mobile number in an Australian visa application form, use the international country code '7'. If the form does not allow '7' as the first digit, ensure you are entering it in the correct format (e.g., after a '+' symbol, or in a dedicated country code field), or use '7' and then the 10-digit number without the leading '8' used for domestic calls.

Australian visas are primarily electronic. While a physical stamp in the passport is not mandatory, it can be requested from a border control officer at designated points, typically located near automated border gates. Availability may vary.

When uploading documents for an Australian visa, ensure the 'Travel Document' section is used appropriately. Typically, this refers to your current passport's main page with your photo and details. If your passport scans are split into multiple pages automatically, verify that the essential identification page is correctly uploaded. Other relevant information, such as previous visas or entry/exit stamps, should be uploaded to the designated sections for 'previous travel history' or similar categories. A cover letter can be used to clarify any unusual documentation or intentions.

For Australian visa applications, ensure consistency in your name across all documents. While minor variations like 'Anastasiia' and 'Anastasia' might be acceptable, the name on your biometric appointment and application form must match your passport exactly. If discrepancies are found, it's crucial to address them before your biometric submission.

When applying for an Australian visa, ensure all personal information matches your passport. Supporting documents like bank statements are secondary to passport details for visa processing.

When applying for an Australian visa with multiple valid passports, scan and upload all passports that contain relevant visas or stamps. The electronic visa will be linked to one passport, but providing details of all valid passports is acceptable and may be required in the application form.